Hybrid Senior Effects Technical Director at ILM

Disney
📍 vancouver, metro vancouver regional district, Canada 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 19, 2026

Job Description

As a Senior Effects Technical Director at ILM Vancouver, create dynamic simulations and FX animation in a hybrid work model. Mentor junior artists while designing complex shot elements.
This is an expression of interest role for future opportunities at ILM Vancouver. Candidates must provide a demo reel along with a resume. Required qualifications include a minimum of five years in VFX or seven years in experience without a formal degree. The focus will be on procedural simulation, rendering, and working collaboratively with various teams.
Key Responsibilities:
• Create particle and fluid systems for visual effects
• Light and manage multiple shot elements effectively
• Supply precise time estimates for shot-related tasks
• Mentor and guide junior effects artists in their work
• Attend daily meetings to present and discuss work
Requirements:
• At least 5 years VFX professional experience
• Profound knowledge of Houdini, Maya, or 3DS Max
• Basic physics u...

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Job Details

  • Location vancouver, metro vancouver regional district
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category Other-General
  • Posted Date June 19, 2026
  • Application Deadline July 29, 2026